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The Creator’s Signature (two part video series)
Science and religion
Dissent and Defiance in Damascus
… Although regarded as more sensible than his father, it seems that like all other dictators, Bashar is also out of touch with ordinary Syrians…
Hijab Gaining Favor in Turkey
Parliamentarians, judges, teachers and professors are forbidden from wearing the headscarf in public buildings, even though Turkey is predominately Muslim and governed by the Islam-oriented Justice and Development Party (AKP). Held in place by an old guard of secular bureaucrats, judges and the army, the ban has been eased at universities but remains unofficially applied in large parts of the private sector.
Terry Jones Denounced by Muslim and Christian Leaders
Dearborn–April 22–The overcast morning of Friday April 22 was one that began with the ominous likelihood of violence.
Ayesha Khan Receives Prestigious Schweitzer Fellowship
Recently, Ms. Khan was selected for the prestigious Schweitzer Fellowship, a program that enables university graduate students to design and implement innovative projects to help vulnerable Chicago communities.
Arabian Sea Host to Rare Humpbacked Whales
At the onset of this year Marine Scientist Robert Baldwin, in cooperation with the Environment Society of Oman (ESO), revealed that a rare species of humpbacked whale was discovered in the Arabian Sea specifically alongside the coast of Oman.
ANALYSIS-Investment Key as Indonesia Eyes Greater US Cocoa Exports
JAKARTA, April 7 (Reuters) – Indonesia’s cocoa industry is looking to grab a bigger slice of the U.S. market due to unrest in top producer Ivory Coast, but needs a review of an export tax, as well as more investment to boost quality and output.
The “Surge” in Iraq & Afghanistan
Ruminations on the wars in the Middle East
Letters to the Editor–Syed Aslam’s Response to Criticism of his article
Response to complaint by Mr. Ranginwala
A Doctors Guide to Protecting Their Assets
So what happens when a doctor is in the middle of a lawsuit where the potential judgment of the liability exceeds the doctor’s malpractice limits?
Muslims and THE PEACE – As Salaam
Since the start of the so-called “Muslim Reformation” in Tunisia, Egypt, Algeria, Yemen, Libya, and others, there have been many” Coach Potato Diplomats” explaining the why’s and the who’s of what is happening…
Ferndale Residents Want Backyard Chickens
By Michael P. McConnell Daily Tribune FERNDALE – A group of residents wants backyard chickens allowed in the city and is working to convince officials to scratch out a new ordinance to allow the birds. Though Ferndale’s ordinance allows chickens, it prohibits them unless they are kept at least 150 feet from the nearest neighbors’ [...]
900 Gather in Dearborn as Religious Leaders Rebuke Pastor
Dearborn— A variety of religious leaders rebuked a Quran-burning pastor today and affirmed their support for religious freedom and civil discourse.
Community News (V13-I18)
Hartford CT’s Daniyal Khan wins national video contest / Sun Prairie WI–mosque proposal rejected / Muncie IN — Halal meals for the asking / American architecture & culture influenced by Islam –expert
Salute to All Houstonian Pakistanis for Being Philanthropic Despite Recession
Houston, Texas: “President Obama during his intended visit to Pakistan should be taken to a DIL’s school, and said this is an institution to combat the enemy of Pakistan, that starts with ‘I’; and when he will ask is it India, we should say No: It is Illiteracy.”
Muhammad Wilkerson Waits for His Name to Be Called
With the NFL Draft this Thursday, there is talk that Temple University defensive tackle Muhammad Wilkerson could be selected in the mid-to-late first round.
Hedo Turkoglu and the Magic Fight Back
Things were looking dismal for Hidayat “Hedo” Turkoglu and his Orlando Magic team after they lost 88-85 to the Atlanta Hawks in game 4 of their NBA Eastern Conference first round series, giving Atlanta a 3-1 series lead.
The Top Female Muslim Tennis Player
By Parvez Fatteh, TMO, Founder of http://sportingummah.com, sports@muslimobserver.com The search for the top Muslima in the tennis world takes us to two countries: Iran and France. Arsalan and Nouchine Rezai emigrated from Iran to France. Arsalan, being an auto mechanic, was in search of a better life for his family. In 1987, Nouchine, a physical [...]
Analysis: Syria Neighbors Fear Future Without Assad Family
BEIRUT (Reuters) – From Israel to Iran, Syria’s neighbors are starting to contemplate the possibility of a future without the Assad family as Lords of Damascus, and, whether friends or foes, some don’t like what they see.
